MALABSORPTION AND MALDIGESTION SYNDROMES: CELIAC DISEASE, EXUDATIVE ENTEROPATHIES, CHARACTERISTICS IN CHILDREN, EARLY DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT METHODS, AND COMPLICATIONS
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Malabsorption and maldigestion syndromes are significant gastrointestinal disorders characterized by impaired nutrient digestion and absorption, leading to systemic health issues. This article explores the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, and management of celiac disease and exudative enteropathies, with a particular focus on their presentation in children. Early differential diagnosis and intervention are emphasized to prevent severe complications. Comprehensive treatment strategies, including dietary modifications, pharmacotherapy, and supportive care, are discussed in detail.
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